Join local historian, Dave Oat, on a walk through the old Colonial burial grounds in Norwichtown. Here you will see a variety of hand cut colonial tombstones and discover what they can tell us about early life in Colonial Norwich. Dave will explain the history behind the various styles of headstone carvings while telling stories of important colonial era figures buried here. Meet at the Corner of Elm Ave and Town Street on the Norwichtown Green. Length: 1 mile, Difficulty Level:...

Please join local historian, Dave Oat, for a fascinating tour through the historic Yantic Cemetery. You will hear stories about the notable Norwich residents buried here, learn about victorian era funerary practices, and discover the history behind the impressive nineteenth century monuments in the cemetery. Please note that there is limited parking in the Yantic Cemetery. If you plan to park in the Cemetery, please be careful of small headstones. Parking is also available on side streets. Yantic Cemetery, 68...

Visit the factories where firearms were manufactured from the mid 1800’s to 1931. Learn about the interesting history of the firearms industry in the Rose City. Sponsored by Guns of Norwich Historical Society. Parking: City Hall Garage City Hall, 100 Broadway, Norwich, CT Length: 2 miles, Difficulty Level: Difficult, Restrooms: No, Wheelchair access: No, Leashed dogs: No, Especially for children: No

Slow, level walk past a working hydroelectric station to the historic dam on the Shetucket River. Observe the fish lift and view a video of the shad run. Tour is limited to 20 people; please pre-register. Parking information will be sent to those who pre-register. Please pre-register HERE 7 8th Street, Norwich, CT 06360 Length: 1 Mile, Difficulty Level: Moderate, Restrooms: No, Wheelchair access: No, Especially for children: Yes Sponsoring organization: Norwich Public Utilities

Time travel back to the 1880s, when the world-famous Owney visited Norwich. Owney, Kevin Harkins and Dale Plummer will lead the tour. Use 340 Main St, Norwich, CT 06360 as the address. Length: 1 Mile, Difficulty Level: Easy, Restrooms: No, Wheelchair access: tour will take place along the sidewalk, Leashed dogs: No, Especially for children: No Sponsoring organizations: Norwich City Historian & Kevin Harkins  

Like the East Side, the West Side had its own distinctive character. We will meet at the Oak Tree Plaza (near Dairy Queen). Use 276 W Main St, Norwich, CT 06360 as the address Length: 1 Mile, Difficulty Level: Easy, Restroom: No, Wheelchair access: tour will take place along the sidewalk, Leashed dogs: No, Especially for children: No Sponsoring organization: Norwich City Historian

Starts at Park Congregational Church. 1 mile, easy walk. The heavy hand of war struck the families along Lincoln Avenue especially hard. Length: 1 Mile, Difficulty Level: Easy, Restroom: No, Wheelchair access: the tour will be along the sidewalk and grassy lawn, Especially for children: No Sponsoring organization: Norwich City Historian